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Blast off with Astrochimp: a fun space adventure for kids

Blast off with Astrochimp: a fun space adventure for kids

IOL News09-07-2025
Blast off with Chump, and encounter dog space pirates and evil insects.
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Description: Astrochimp – David Walliams
Blast off with Chump, and encounter dog space pirates, evil insects, and the silliest chimpanzee who ever lived in this wildly funny space opera, fully illustrated in fantastic colour.
Price:R235
Visit: https://www.loot.co.za/product/astrochimp/bbcs-8165-ga60
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Price: R239
Visit: https://www.loot.co.za/product/wrxw-8065-g470
In the magical city of Nevermoor, long-buried secrets are coming to light.
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Description: Silverborn - Jessica Townsend
In the magical city of Nevermoor, long-buried secrets are coming to light, and Morrigan Crow's life is about to turn upside down. Book 4 in the Nevermoor series.
Price: R285
Visit: https://www.loot.co.za/product/ywyk-7703-g050
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